Blood vessels play a role in supporting functions within our bodies by transporting blood to our organs, ensuring life can thrive.
When chronic diseases affect blood vessels, individuals may experience changes in their health and well-being. Fortunately, researchers have uncovered a process called neoangiogenesis through stem cell therapy.
What is neoangiogenesis?
Neoangiogenesis involves the development of blood vessels from an existing system specifically focusing on the creation of blood vessels in soft tissues. However, it also contributes to the progression of diseases such as cancer, where the formation of new blood vessels supports tumor growth and metastasis. Understanding this process is essential for developing therapeutic strategies that can either promote or inhibit neoangiogenesis as needed.
Mechanisms of Action in Stem Cell Therapy
Stem cells possess the remarkable ability to specialise and adapt to various functions within the body. Two key mechanisms of action include:
Differentiation
The primary way stem cells exert their benefits is through differentiation allowing them to assume cellular roles throughout the body. By undergoing differentiation stem cells can replace damaged cells in organs and tissues affected by diseases.
Chronic illnesses often harm blood vessels, hindering organs from receiving blood supply for functioning. Stem cells have the potential to regenerate these vessels, restoring organ function and alleviating symptoms.
Immunomodulation
Stem cells can influence responses through immunomodulation, aiding in managing symptoms associated with conditions by regulating the immune response responsible for these diseases.
Where is stem cell therapy typically used?
Stem cell therapy is utilised for conditions such as:
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
- Crohn's disease
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
- Fibromyalgia
- Pulmonary fibrosis
When is stem cell therapy effective?
Stem cell therapy proves most beneficial for autoimmune or inflammatory diseases. Patients often witness a decrease or even elimination of symptoms through stem cell treatment.
Another factor influencing the effectiveness of stem cell therapy is its combination with treatments. While conventional therapies may not effectively slow disease progression or alleviate symptoms, the use of stem cells, in conjunction, has shown outcomes.
For illnesses the use of stromal cells (MSCs) instead of embryonic stem cells is more effective. Many concerns regarding side effects and ethical issues linked to stem cell use arise from stem cells hence Swiss Medica opts for MSCs as an ethically sound alternative.
In what ways does neoangiogenesis improve health?
Neoangiogenesis enhances health by growing new blood vessels, which in turn enhances blood circulation in various body areas and improves functionality.
ALS
For instance, neoangiogenesis plays a role in the treatment of lateral sclerosis (ALS) using stem cells. ALS is a condition that affects the system by damaging motor neurons in the brain and spine, gradually causing difficulties in speaking, eating, moving, and breathing.
Stem cell treatment shows promise in treating ALS by aiding in the regeneration of lost motor neurons. It also supports neoangiogenesis, which facilitates the regrowth of motor neurons.
In Conclusion
In summary the therapeutic benefits of growing new blood vessels using stem cells are proving to be crucial, in treating or managing serious illnesses like ALS. The impacts of neoangiogenesis are positively impacting individuals worldwide by aiding them in recovering from conditions and enhancing their well being.
